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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 4 Buckingham neighborhoods we score (average 95/100), 4 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?City average
95
Go
Neighborhoods scored
4
4 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 4
- Go, stay aware: 0
- Caution: 0
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 4 safest neighborhoods in Buckingham
- 1Buckingham ValleyBuckinghamBuckingham Valley is characterized by rolling hills, expansive single-family estates, preserved farmland, and boutique agricultural destinations…95Go
- 2Mechanics ValleyBuckinghamMechanics Valley is a peaceful, picturesque section of Buckingham Township in Bucks County characterized by rolling hills, expansive single-family…95Go
- 3Mechanicsville (Buckingham)BuckinghamMechanicsville is a small, historic crossroads community in Buckingham Township defined by preserved 18th- and 19th-century fieldstone architecture…94Go
- 4HolicongBuckinghamHolicong is a historic, semi-rural community centered along Route 202 in central Bucks County, characterized by rolling hills, preserved farmland…94Go
Best things to do in Buckingham
- Sample local varietals and picnic under the trees at Buckingham Valley Vineyards
- Pick seasonal produce and shop for artisan goods at None Such Farm Market
- Take a scenic drive through historic Bucks County farmsteads and countryside
- Explore the historic stone architecture and scenic rural vistas along Mechanicsville and Durham Roads.
- Sample locally produced wines and enjoy tastings at nearby Buckingham Valley Vineyards.
- Pick up fresh local produce and artisan baked goods at the nearby None Such Farm Market.
- Take a scenic country drive past historic stone farmhouses and local equestrian estates
- Visit the nearby Buckingham Valley Vineyards for wine tastings and self-guided vineyard tours
Getting around Buckingham
Transit
- There is no direct public transit service in Buckingham Valley; the nearest transit connection is SEPTA Regional Rail's Doylestown Station about 5 miles west, requiring a private vehicle or rideshare.
- There is no direct public transit service in Mechanics Valley; the nearest transit connection is SEPTA's Lansdale/Doylestown Regional Rail line at the Doylestown Station roughly 10 minutes away by car.
- Public transit is virtually nonexistent in Mechanicsville. The nearest rail transit is SEPTA's Lansdale/Doylestown Line at the Doylestown Station, approximately a 10-to-15-minute drive to the west.
Biking & trails
- There are no bike-share hubs or dedicated bike lanes, though recreational road cyclists frequently ride the paved country shoulders; the paved Doylestown Hike and Bike trail network is located a short drive west.
- There are no dedicated bike lanes or bike-share programs in the valley; road cycling is popular along rural routes but requires caution due to narrow shoulders and rolling hills.
Parking
- Parking is completely free and abundant in private on-site surface lots at local businesses; street parking is neither practical nor permitted along narrow rural routes.
- Parking is abundant and entirely free, with private driveways at homes and spacious free surface parking lots at all nearby businesses and parks.
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All Buckingham neighborhoods by safety score
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- Buckingham ValleyBuckinghamBuckingham Valley is characterized by rolling hills, expansive single-family estates, preserved farmland, and boutique agricultural destinations…95Go
- Mechanics ValleyBuckinghamMechanics Valley is a peaceful, picturesque section of Buckingham Township in Bucks County characterized by rolling hills, expansive single-family…95Go
- HolicongBuckinghamHolicong is a historic, semi-rural community centered along Route 202 in central Bucks County, characterized by rolling hills, preserved farmland…94Go
- Mechanicsville (Buckingham)BuckinghamMechanicsville is a small, historic crossroads community in Buckingham Township defined by preserved 18th- and 19th-century fieldstone architecture…94Go
Buckingham safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Buckingham?
Buckingham Valley scores highest at 95/100, followed by Mechanics Valley (95) and Mechanicsville (Buckingham) (94).
Is Buckingham safe to walk at night?
In the 4 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Buckingham areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Buckingham neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.